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Long-time friend of Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson arrives at Greater Grace Temple for her funeral. Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul for many recording hits, died Aug. 16, 2018. RENA LAVERTY/EPA-EFE

Mother Lorane Hudson, 90, dances and sings along as she watches a live stream of Aretha Franklin's funeral from the Sunoco station next to the Greater Grace Temple. SAM GREENE/CINCINNATI ENQUIRER/USA TODAY NETWORK

Fans of soul music icon Aretha Franklin line up outside Greater Grace Temple at 2:30am hoping to be one of the thousand members of the general public to be allowed in to the singer's funeral on Aug. 31, 2018, in Detroit. Dozens of musicians and dignitaries are scheduled to either speak or perform at the singer's funeral, including former President Bill Clinton, Stevie Wonder, Faith Hill, Ariana Grande, Chaka Khan, Smokey Robinson, Jennifer Hudson, and Cicely Tyson. Bill Pugliano,

Former President Bill Clinton poses for a photo with Ariana Grande, center, and Pete Davidson, right, during the funeral service for Aretha Franklin at Greater Grace Temple, Friday, Aug. 31, 2018, in Detroit. Franklin died Aug. 16, 2018 of pancreatic cancer at the age of 76. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) ORG XMIT: MIJR102 Paul Sancya, AP

Sheila Williams, center, raises her arm and sings with others standing outside New Bethel Baptist Church as a viewing for Aretha Franklin is held inside, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018, in Detroit. Franklin died Aug. 16, 2018 of pancreatic cancer at the age of 76. JEFF ROBERSON/AP

A man works on a memorial for US singer Aretha Franklin outside the New Bethel Baptist Church before her body arrives for a public viewing on Thursday. Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul for recording hits such as RESPECT, Chain of Fools and many others, died on Aug. 16, 2018. She will be buried in Woodlawn Cemetery on Friday. TANNEN MAURY/EPA-EFE

The casket containing the body of Aretha Franklin is taken into the New Bethel Baptist Church, once pastored by her father the Rev. C.L. Franklin, for a public viewing. Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul for recording hits such as RESPECT, Chain of Fools and many other. TANNEN MAURY/EPA-EFE

Nathaniel Bonds, 26, of Warren helps his niece, Kamryn Grant, 4, of Oak Park write "love" on a tribute board on day two of the viewing for Aretha Franklin at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018. Kimberly P. Mitchell, Detroit Free Press, via USA TODAY NETWORK

The front of the line on the second day of a public viewing for Aretha Franklin at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018. Kimberly P. Mitchell, Detroit Free Press, via USA TODAY NETWORK

Linda Swanson, third from left, of Swanson Funeral Home, walks ahead of Aretha Franklin's casket on the second day of a public viewing for Franklin at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018. Kimberly P. Mitchell, Detroit Free Press, via USA TODAY NETWORK

Fans took time to sign the many cards and posters honoring Aretha Franklin in front of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History Wednesday, August 29, 2018, in Detroit, Mich. Kirthmon F. Dozier, Detroit Free Press, via USA TODAY NETWORK

Hattie Rodgers, 67, of Detroit, says Aretha Franklin was an inspiration to her as she waits in line on the second day of a public viewing for Franklin at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018. Rodgers says she opened for Franklin in 1962 with the singing group "The Ultimates." Kimberly P. Mitchell, Detroit Free Press, via USA TODAY NETWORK

Hundreds wait in line for the viewing of Aretha Franklin at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History in Detroit. Franklin will lie in repose at the museum on Aug. 28 and 29 so the public can pay their respects. Her funeral will be held Aug. 31 at Greater Grace Temple. KIMBERLY P. MITCHELL, Detroit Free Press viaUSA TODAY NETWORK

Jennifer Jones, Dance Lady of New Orleans, walks the line as she sings and dances giving what she calls a proper jazz funeral at the viewing of Aretha Franklin . KIMBERLY P. MITCHELL, Detroit Free Press viaUSA TODAY NETWORK

Fans line up to view Aretha Franklin's casket at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. Aretha Franklin passed away from advanced pancreatic cancer on Aug. 16, 2018 at age 76. Pool photo by Paul Sancya

Aretha Franklin lies in her casket at Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History during a public visitation in Detroit, Aug. 28, 2018. Franklin will lie in repose at the museum on Aug. 28 and 29 for the public to pay their respects. Her funeral will be held Aug. 31 at Greater Grace Temple. Pool photo by Paul Sancya

A pink Cadillac owned by Stuart Popp is seen outside the viewing of Aretha Franklin at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History on Aug. 28, 2018 in Detroit. JEFF KOWALSKY, AFP/Getty Images

People gather at a makeshift memorial at the nameplate for singer Aretha Franklin outside the Apollo Theater Thursday, in New York. Franklin died in her home in Detroit at age 76 from pancreatic cancer. FRANK FRANKLIN/AP

The late singer Aretha Franklin's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is adorned with flowers, candles and cards in Hollywood. Franklin died at the age of 76 from pancreatic cancer at her home in Detroit, Aug. 16, 2018. EPA-EFE

The band Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) are among visitors outside the Motown Museum in Detroit, on Friday, which is paying tribute to the Aretha Franklin this weekend after her passing. AFP/Getty Images

Mary Brownlee of Memphis dances along with Daniel Sturgis of Detroit while gathering outside of New Bethel Baptist Church in Detroit while visiting the church where Aretha Franklin grew up in Detroit on Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018 following her passing. Ryan Garza, Detroit Free Press via USA TODAY NETWORK

Laylah Pope of Detroit stands by a memorial outside of New Bethel Baptist Church in Detroit while visiting the church where Aretha Franklin grew up attending in Detroit on Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018 following her passing. Ryan Garza, Detroit Free Press via USA TODAY NETWORK

James Chapman Jr. of Romulus holds a metal sign he made while stopping by New Bethel Baptist Church in Detroit. Aretha Franklin grew up attending the church. Ryan Garza, Detroit Free Press via USA TODAY NETWORK

Emma Lockridge, right, of Detroit and Rev. Leslie Mathews of Detroit Triumphant Life Christian Church sit in a pew while gathering at New Bethel Baptist Church in Detroit while visiting the church where Aretha Franklin grew up on Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018. Ryan Garza, Detroit Free Press via USA TODAY NETWORK

Flowers and tributes are placed on the Star for Aretha Franklin on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Hollywood, Calif. on Aug. 16, 2018, after the music icon, legendary singer and "Queen of Soul" loved by millions whose history-making career spanned six decades, died. Mark Ralston, AFP/Getty Images

A man pays his respect as flowers and photographs are seen outside the Apollo Theatre around the golden plate tribute to Aretha Franklin in New York, New York on Aug. 16, 2018. The 'Queen of Soul' Aretha Franklin has died at the age of 76 from pancreatic cancer at her home in Detroit, Mich. Alba Vigaray, EPA-EFE

Women look up at the marquee of the Apollo Theater in the Harlem section of New York City, which displays a message honoring singer Aretha Franklin, Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018. Franklin died in her home in Detroit at age 76 from pancreatic cancer. Julio Cortez, AP

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R&B great Aretha Franklin, the forever reigning Queen of Soul, seen here performing in 2017, has died at her home in Detroit at age 76 of pancreatic cancer, her niece, Sabrina Owens, confirmed to The Detroit Free Press on Aug. 16, 2018. Dimitrios Kambouris, Getty Images

Franklin performs at the world premiere of "Clive Davis: The Soundtrack of Our Lives" at Radio City Music Hall, during the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival in New York. Charles Sykes, Charles Sykes/Invision/AP

Aretha Franklin braves the chilly Michigan temperatures to perform at the Detroit Lions' annual Thanksgiving Day home game against the Minnesota Vikings on Nov. 24, 2016, at Ford Field. Tim Fuller, USA TODAY Sports

Aretha Franklin sings during a memorial service for her father and brother, Rev. C.L. and Rev. Cecil Franklin, at New Bethel Baptist Church where they were ministers, in Detroit, Mich. on June 7, 2015. Elizabeth Conley, The Detroit News via AP

President Barack Obama fist bumps with Aretha Franklin who sang during a farwell ceremony for Attorney General Eric Holder at the Justice Department Feb. 27, 2015 in Washington, DC. The ceremony was held to unveil the Attorney General's official portrait and commemorate his tenure before his expected departure from the department after more than six years of service. Mark Wilson, Getty Images

Franklin blows out her birthday candles on March 22, 2015, three days shy of turning 73. She celebrated with then-Attorney General Eric Holder, left, journalist Tamron Hall and producer Clive Davis at New York's Ritz Carlton Hotel. Charles Sykes,Invision/AP

Franklin walks in a procession during Harvard University commencement ceremonies May 29, 2014, in Cambridge, Mass. Franklin was presented an honorary Doctor of Arts degree during the ceremony. Steven Senne, AP

Franklin belts out the National Anthem prior to the start of Game 3 of the American League Championship Series between the Detroit Tigers and Texas Rangers on Oct. 11, 2011. JULIAN H. GONZALEZ, Detroit Free Press

Aretha Franklin and Tony Bennett perform during Bennett's 85th Birthday Gala Benefit for Exploring the Arts at The Metropolitan Opera House on Sept. 18, 2011, in New York City. Larry Busacca, Getty Images

Aretha Franklin hosts a high tea listening party at the Detroit Fish Market for her soon-to-be released CD, "A Woman Falling Out of Love" on Feb. 26, 2010, As the songs play her sister-in-law Earline Franklin of Detroit, left and friend Ali Woodson a former lead singer with the Temptations of Los Angeles get up to sing and clap and show their enthusiasm for the new CD. Regina H. Boone, Detroit Free Press via USA TODAY NETWORK

Franklin is joined by Josh Groban, Susan Sarandon, Lil' Kim and Cyndi Lauper for the finale of the Mandela Day Concert, celebrating the 91st birthday of South African leader Nelson Mandela at New York's Radio City Music Hall on July 18, 2009. Charles Sykes, AP

Franklin performed at eight different Grammy ceremonies, tying her with Whitney Houston for the most appearances. She first performed in 1971 and last performed in 2008, when she was honored as the MusiCares' Person of the Year. Robert Hanashiro, USA TODAY

When the pinnacle of the sports season takes place in Detroit, only one name will do when it comes time to do the national anthem. Franklin did the honors a Super Bowl XL in February 2006. JEFF HAYNES, AFP/Getty Images

President Bush awards singer Aretha Franklin the Presidential Medal of Freedom Award in the East Room of the White House, Nov. 9, 2005. It is the highest civilian award given. LAWRENCE JACKSON, ASSOCIATED PRESS

In addition to her many Grammy appearances, Franklin's iconic voice was also featured on the Tony Awards. Here, she performs with host Hugh Jackman at the 2005 ceremony honoring Broadway's best. Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY

Opera singer Luciano Pavarotti laughs along with Aretha Franklin and the group Boyz II Men (rear) after accepting the eighth MusiCares Foundation "Person of the Year" award in New York on Feb. 23, 1998. HENNY RAY ABRAMS, AFP/Getty Images

Kirk Douglas applauds Aretha Franklin at a reception for the Kennedy Center Honors on Dec. 4, 1994, at the White House. The Kennedy Center Honors recognizes American performance artists who have made lifetime contributions to American culture. JOSHUA ROBERTS, AFP/Getty Images

Aretha Franklin performs in the finale of "Aretha Franklin: Duets," an AIDS benefit concert for the Gay Men's Health Crisis in New York on April 28, 1993, as singers Smokey Robinson, background from left, Gloria Estefan, Rod Stewart, Bonnie Raitt and actors Dustin Hoffman and Robert De Niro look on. Ron Frehm, AP

Though she's the Queen of Soul, Franklin had no qualms about sharing the spotlight. When George Michael, her duet partner from 1987's "I Knew You Were Waiting for Me," came to Detroit on his Faith world tour the next year, she joined him onstage. Robert Kozloff, AP

Rev. Jesse Jackson speaks to reporters at the Operation PUSH Soul Picnic in New York with Tom Todd, vice president of PUSH, from second left, Aretha Franklin and Louis Stokes on March 26, 1972. Jim Wells, AP